In a social media-obsessed world where it seems that no great moment really happened without an Instagram, Facebook or Snapchat picture, it’s easy for someone’s social media page to look like the highlight reel of their life.

And while the balance of getting a good education, landing an internship and mastering a successful social life may lead some early 20-somethings to believe they are ready for all that adulthood has to offer, the reality is that the first few years after college serve as a real wake-up call.